Events July 22, 2017

A complementary transportation service− THE HISTORIC CHESTER COURTESY COACH − is available to and from 2 of Chester's renowned locations. Runs on weekends and Monday holidays (from May to the end of October) to enhance your Historic Chester Experience.

Post Your Favorite Summer Shopping or Dining Experience at The Streets of Chester Shopping Center for a Chance to WIN a $500 SHOPPING SPREE!

Entering the Contest is as easy as 1-2-3!

1) Post a photo of your shopping or dining experience taken at The Streets of Chester Shopping Center on the official SOC Social Media accounts during the dates of July 1st and 31st, 2017.- For Facebook: Post directly to the SOC Page Feed.- For Instagram: Tag The SOC Instagram Account @streetsofchestershoppingcenter

2) Include the contest hashtag #SOCSummerPhotoContest on your submission and indicate where (which store or eatery) your shopping experience took place. In addition, be sure to share or repost the official contest announcement on your own Facebook or Instagram accounts.

3) The photo with the most "LIKES" by end of day July 31st, 2017 will be our Grand Prize SHOPPING SPREE WINNER!

*To be eligible to win, all entries must "LIKE" or "FOLLOW" The Streets of Chester Shopping Center's Social Media Accounts.

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CONTEST RULES

1.To enter the photo contest, you must post a picture of your shopping experience at The Streets of Chester Center (SOC) on EITHER the official SOC Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/thestreetsofchestershoppingcenter/) or Instagram page (https://www.instagram.com/streetsofchestershoppingcenter/). Photo must include the hashtag #SOCSummerPhotoContest, as well as where (which store or eatery) the shopping experience occurred.

2. Sweepstakes begins 12:00AM EST on Saturday, July 1, 2017 and ends at 11:59pm EST on Tuesday, July 31, 2017.

3. Grand Prize Winner will be selected from the photos with the most "LIKES" of all eligible entries received on or about July 31, 2017.

4. (1) Grand Prize of $500 worth of gift cards from SOC stores will be awarded. Prize is non-transferable: no substitutions or cash redemptions.

5. Winner will be notified on August 1st, 2017 via Facebook message or direct message via Instagram. Awarding of prize will take place the week of August 14th. Date and time to be determined.

Join us this summer for 3 1-week sessions. Learn how we take care of the land that produces our delicious and nutritious food! Our Farmers will learn about animals and how to take care of them, where our food comes from and what it takes to take care for it as well as down-in-the-dirt gardening activities, craft projects and more!

On the weekend of July 22nd and 23rd - Customer Appreciation Weekend at Alstede Farms: Our way of saying thank you to our customers - enjoy admission discount, games, contests, prizes, antique farm equipment display and free movie night on Saturday. We look forward to seeing you Saturday and Sunday at the farm!

Join us for one 4 hour Session with over 100 styles of craft beer & wine, fantastic music, delicious food & wonderful vendors. Plus it's a Benefit for the Historic Chester Business Association and the Chester First Aid Squad!

Are you wondering how you are going to get all of your shopping and last minute errands done in a day? Drop your child off at the Hive located at the Chester Springs Shopping Center (next to Shop-Rite) for our Saturdays Drop 'n Shop program! Let the children have fun at the Hive while you get your errands done efficiently. We offer: Drop In Art (ages 4-12) Drop In Minecraft (ages 6-12) Cost: $5 per hour per child online ($8 at door); $10 per 2 hours online ($15 at door) Questions? Contact Jane at (908) 531-8433 or jane@mcartsworkshop.com

Join us for a free family movie night on the farm as part of our Customer Appreciation Weekend! We are showing "Despicable Me 2". Hot food and snacks as well as ice cream will be available for purchase. Don't forget to bring your lawn chairs and blankets!

Events after July 22, 2017

Decorate boats and sail them in the Cooper Gristmill tailrace. Children must be accompanied by an adult and are required to wear enclosed-toe shoes or boots. Boats may be purchased for $10 (Friends Members $5) or borrowed.

Are you wondering how you are going to get all of your shopping and last minute errands done in a day? Drop your child off at the Hive located at the Chester Springs Shopping Center (next to Shop-Rite) for our Saturdays Drop 'n Shop program! Let the children have fun at the Hive while you get your errands done efficiently. We offer: Drop In Art (ages 4-12) Drop In Minecraft (ages 6-12) Cost: $5 per hour per child online ($8 at door); $10 per 2 hours online ($15 at door) Questions? Contact Jane at (908) 531-8433 or jane@mcartsworkshop.com

Calling all musicians, poets, fans! Artists of all genres are invited to step up to the stage at The Hive. Come on out and perform or just enjoy and watch the show! Spoken word artists, musicians, comedians, dancers or actors are welcome to create memorable performances. The atmosphere is very supportive. The focus is the stage and the person(s) performing. With the help of many talented artists and an inspiring atmosphere, performer feel free and safe to grow as artists and as people. Visit our Facebook page at CHESTER OPEN MIC NIGHTS to get updates and latest pictures. Questions? sarah@mcartsworkshop.com or 908-883-0159

Join us for a free family movie night on the farm (rescheduled from last weekend due to rain) Plan to arrive early, and take the night off from cooking, to enjoy delicious hot and cold food options available for purchase at our Hen House. Don’t forget to visit our ice cream window for our homemade, hard and soft serve ice cream, featuring our own berries & peaches for a true taste of summer. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and we can’t wait to see you on the Farm!

Young artists of all genres are invited to the stage at The Hive. Come on out and perform or just enjoy and watch the show! Singers, musicians, comedians, dancers or actors are welcome to create memorable performances. The atmosphere is very supportive. The focus is the stage and the person(s) performing. At the Hive stage, performer feel free and safe to grow as artists and as people.

Decorate boats and sail them in the Cooper Gristmill tailrace. Children must be accompanied by an adult and are required to wear enclosed-toe shoes or boots- No bare feet! Boats may be purchased for $10 (Friends Members $5) or borrowed.

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Admission: (Suggested Donation for Mill Tours)

$3 Adults, $2 Senior Citizens, $1 Children 4-6, FREE for children under age 4Friends of Fosterfields and Cooper Gristmill members - FREE with valid membership card.Discounted fees for special events.

For additional information, please call 908-879-5463.

Directions: Copper Gristmill is located on County Highway 513 (old Route 24) in Chester Township, NJ. 1.3 miles west of the Route 206 intersection.

Are you wondering how you are going to get all of your shopping and last minute errands done in a day? Drop your child off at the Hive located at the Chester Springs Shopping Center (next to Shop-Rite) for our Saturdays Drop 'n Shop program! Let the children have fun at the Hive while you get your errands done efficiently. We offer: Drop In Art (ages 4-12) Drop In Minecraft (ages 6-12) Cost: $5 per hour per child online ($8 at door); $10 per 2 hours online ($15 at door) Questions? Contact Jane at (908) 531-8433 or jane@mcartsworkshop.com

Enjoy a Hay Wagon ride around our beautiful farm and a delicious ‘all you can eat’ breakfast featuring our own delicious peaches and pancakes along with eggs, bacon, and more!! Price includes breakfast, admission to our pick your own fields and orchards and live entertainment from 12 – 4 pm!

Make a batch of corn muffins using Cooper Gristmill-ground cornmeal. While the muffins are baking, tour the Gristmill. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Call 908.879.5463 by August 9 to pre-register. Cost: $10 per family/1 place setting ($5 Friends members). 1 muffin tray per family/place setting and additional place settings can be purchased at the time of registration.

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For additional information, please call 908-879-5463.

Directions: Copper Gristmill is located on County Highway 513 (old Route 24) in Chester Township, NJ. 1.3 miles west of the Route 206 intersection.